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Samantha TomasiniCalifornia Woman Tried to Sell Her Baby
Date of Birth: 01.01.1992
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Attempted Child Sale in California
- Arrest and Charges
- Fousek's Conviction and Sentence
- Samantha Tomasini's Sentence and Arrest
- Request for Incarceration and Sentence
- Immaturity and Influence
- Apology and Hope
Attempted Child Sale in California
Patrick Fousek and Samantha TomasiniIn June 2010, California couple Patrick Fousek, 38, and Samantha Tomasini, 20, allegedly attempted to sell their six-month-old child for $25.
Arrest and Charges
Upon police questioning, Fousek was arrested along with Tomasini at their dilapidated residence. Both were reportedly under the influence of methamphetamine. Tomasini admitted to Child Protective Services that she had been breastfeeding the infant while intoxicated.
The couple was charged with endangering a child and being under the influence of narcotics. Fousek's previous probation violation also came to light.
Fousek's Conviction and Sentence
Patrick Fousek was found guilty and sentenced to six years in prison for child endangerment. However, the allegation of attempting to sell the child was not proven.
Samantha Tomasini's Sentence and Arrest
Tomasini received probation and was ordered to complete a drug treatment program. However, she violated the terms of her release and was arrested again. She confessed to using heroin instead of methamphetamine during her probation.
Request for Incarceration and Sentence
In 2012, Tomasini requested incarceration, acknowledging that she was likely to re-offend. Judge Pamela Butler sentenced her to four years in prison, acknowledging her drug addiction and emotional struggles.
Immaturity and Influence
Butler noted that Tomasini was emotionally immature and under the influence of her boyfriend, Fousek, at the time of the 2010 incident. She was described as having the emotional maturity of a 9-12-year-old.
Apology and Hope
Before her sentencing, Tomasini expressed remorse and apologized to her daughter. She hoped that her incarceration would help her rehabilitate and "just move on." With good behavior, she could be released in just over a year and four months.
